look-alike
|look/a/like|
B2
/ˈlʊk əˌlaɪk/
resemblance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'look-alike' originates from the English words 'look' and 'alike', where 'look' meant 'to see' and 'alike' meant 'similar'.
Historical Evolution
'look' and 'alike' were combined in the 20th century to form the compound noun 'look-alike'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'someone who looks similar', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person or thing that closely resembles another, especially someone famous.
The actor hired a look-alike to attend the event in his place.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39